LORI CARDON LAZARO
Math Teacher
La Feria,TX
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented educational professional with extensive teaching expertise, adept at motivating and engaging students through diverse instructional strategies. Proficient in leveraging advanced educational technology, including graphing calculators, online tools, and virtual learning environments, to enhance the learning experience. Committed to fostering an inclusive atmosphere where complex mathematical concepts are clearly articulated and understood. Strong communicator focused on building relationships with students and parents to set clear expectations and provide ongoing support for all learners, particularly those facing challenges.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
Mercedes High School, Mercedes ISD
Mercedes, TX
08.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Employed diverse teaching methodologies to accommodate varying student learning styles.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Used technology and visual aids to illustrate mathematical concepts and improve student engagement.
- Maintained lesson flexibility to adapt to student progress and information retention.
Math Teacher
Raymondville Early College High School, Raymondville ISD
Raymondville, TX
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Taught Pre-AP Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus AB, Advanced Quantitative Reasoning (AQR), Algebra 1, and TAMUK Dual Enrollment Math 1314 (College Algebra), and Math 1316 (Trigonometry).
- UIL Coach for Number Sense, Mathematics, and Calculator Applications.
Adjunct Faculty
Texas A&M Kingsville
Kingsville, TX
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Dual Enrollment Instructor – Math Department
- Taught Math 1314 (College Algebra) Fall 2015, Fall 2016, and Summer I 2017, and Math 1316 (Trigonometry) Fall 2015, as a DE Instructor employed at Raymondville Early College High School.
- Used ALEKS (McGraw Hill) for Math 1314 and MyMathLab (Pearson) for Math 1316 in order to administer assignments, quizzes, tests, and exams, as well as to monitor student performance and maintain communication with students throughout the course.
Adjunct Faculty
South Texas College
McAllen, TX
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Dual Enrollment Instructor – Math Department
- Taught Math 2412 (Pre-Calculus) and Math 2413 (Calculus I) as a DE Instructor employed at The Science Academy.
Math Teacher
The Science Academy, South Texas ISD
Mercedes, TX
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Taught Pre-AP Algebra II, and STC Dual Enrollment Calculus I/AP Calculus (AB).
Math Teacher
Marine Military Academy
Harlingen, TX
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Taught Pre-Algebra, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus AB, UTB/TSC Dual Enrollment Math 1314 (College Algebra) and Math 2412(Pre-Calculus).
Adjunct Faculty
University of Texas at Brownsville
Brownsville, TX
09.2010 - 05.2013
- Dual Enrollment Instructor – Math Department
- Taught Math 1314 (College Algebra) as a DE Instructor employed at Santa Maria High School from Sep 2010 - May 2011.
- Taught Math 1314 (College Algebra) and Math 2412 (Pre-Calculus) as a DE Instructor employed at Marine Military Academy from Sep 2012 - May 2013.
Math Teacher
Santa Maria High School & Middle School, Santa Maria ISD
Santa Maria, TX
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Taught 6th Grade Math, 8th Grade Math, Algebra I, Pre-AP and Regular Geometry, TAKS Math, Math Models with Applications, and Independent Study Math – UTB/TSC Dual Enrollment Math 1314 (College Algebra).
- UIL Coach for Number Sense and Calculator Applications.
Math Teacher
La Feria High School, La Feria ISD
La Feria, TX
08.1997 - 05.2007
- Taught Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Math Models with Applications, TAAS/TAKS Math, Math of Money, and ACT Preparation.
Math Teacher
Mary Hoge Academy, Weslaco ISD
Weslaco, TX
01.1995 - 05.1997
- Taught TAAS Math, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra I
Education
MS - Mathematics
University of Texas at Brownsville
12-2010
BA - Secondary Math Education
Brigham Young University
12-1994
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Fundamental Five
- Collaborative learning & Kagan Strategies
- Questioning Techniques
- ELL Strategies
- GT Instruction and Assessment
- Classroom technology integration
- Google G Suite for Education
- Interactive White Board
- Lumio
- TI Nspire
- Concept demonstration via Applets, Virtual Manipulatives, GeoGebra, Desmos, Derivative and Integral Calculators
Accomplishments
- Achieved 100% passing rate with Dual Enrollment Classes as Adjunct Faculty at University of Texas at Brownsville/Texas Southmost College, South Texas College, and Texas A&M Kingsville.
Affiliations
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Certification
- Texas Lifetime Certificate
- Provisional, Secondary Mathematics (6-12)
- Issue Date: April 1996
- Expiration Date: Life
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
Mercedes High School, Mercedes ISD
08.2019 - Current
Math Teacher
Raymondville Early College High School, Raymondville ISD
08.2015 - 05.2019
Adjunct Faculty
Texas A&M Kingsville
08.2015 - 07.2017
Adjunct Faculty
South Texas College
08.2013 - 05.2015
Math Teacher
The Science Academy, South Texas ISD
08.2013 - 05.2015
Math Teacher
Marine Military Academy
08.2011 - 05.2013
Adjunct Faculty
University of Texas at Brownsville
09.2010 - 05.2013
Math Teacher
Santa Maria High School & Middle School, Santa Maria ISD
08.2007 - 05.2011
Math Teacher
La Feria High School, La Feria ISD
08.1997 - 05.2007
Math Teacher
Mary Hoge Academy, Weslaco ISD
01.1995 - 05.1997
MS - Mathematics
University of Texas at Brownsville
BA - Secondary Math Education
Brigham Young University